# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=959 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 960 --- ## [05 Sentra 1.8 flooding? Filling probs? plugs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-sentra-1-8-flooding-filling-probs-plugs/106404)
**Author:** [@amadrummer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/amadrummer)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2017, 12:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-sentra-1-8-flooding-filling-probs-plugs/106404 "2017-07-31T12:59:00Z")
Good day Gearheads! The 05 1.8 Smells and acts like it is flooded and wont start for a few seconds but it eventually starts up after a few long cranks and runs amazing. It feels like only one or two or three cylinders a… --- ## [Strange engine noise nissan versa](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-engine-noise-nissan-versa/106271)
**Author:** [@dhiaa12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dhiaa12)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2017, 6:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-engine-noise-nissan-versa/106271 "2017-07-31T06:29:48Z")
hello guys there is strange noise in the engine as you can see in the attached video. it is generally appear after I drive for about 15 min. it is not always appearing but usually when I lift the hood I can hear it. it i… --- ## [2006 Rav4 Sport V6 makes intermittent low rumbling noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-rav4-sport-v6-makes-intermittent-low-rumbling-noise/106373)
**Author:** [@ecumaniac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ecumaniac)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2017, 1:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-rav4-sport-v6-makes-intermittent-low-rumbling-noise/106373 "2017-07-31T01:34:56Z")
At around 85k miles, I noticed a low rumbling noise around 1600 RPM. The noise is most noticeable around 40 mph, comes and goes only when the accelerator is depressed. Our local shop said I need to replace the entire a… --- ## [New car possibly - BMW?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-possibly-bmw/106313)
**Author:** [@Jman136](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jman136)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2017, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-possibly-bmw/106313 "2017-07-30T21:52:10Z")
Hey all! I have been looking around at getting a nicer car/suv than what I currently have. My wife and I have narrowed it down to BMW, Lexus, and Acura. I really like all 3 cars, and I have personally owned an Acura T… --- ## ["Overstress" a car on a steep driveway?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overstress-a-car-on-a-steep-driveway/106166)
**Author:** [@kaukamom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kaukamom)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2017, 5:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overstress-a-car-on-a-steep-driveway/106166 "2017-07-30T17:48:00Z")
A friend claimed that on the way home from our house, where we have a fairly steep driveway, the lights in the dashboard started blinking on and off and the car "died" every time she came to a stop. The mechanic couldn't… --- ## [2005 Buick Terraza Check Engine Light with low EGR Flow code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-buick-terraza-check-engine-light-with-low-egr-flow-code/84897)
**Author:** [@Budmkr\_1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Budmkr_1)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2017, 3:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-buick-terraza-check-engine-light-with-low-egr-flow-code/84897 "2017-07-30T15:52:27Z")
I am having a hard time getting the low EGR flow check engine code to clear. The EGR valve and tube from the exhaust manifold were replaced, the wiring harness verified, the passage channel between the EGR valve and the… --- ## [Batt light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/batt-light/106396)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2017, 3:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/batt-light/106396 "2017-07-30T15:43:44Z")
why does ford do it this way? alternator died. 07 focus. the idiot light for battery is NOT on at this point. no volt gauge either. battery eventually ran down and car died. THAN batt light came on. after you are 20 mile… --- ## [Car stalling and not starting well](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stalling-and-not-starting-well/106360)
**Author:** [@hwalk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hwalk)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2017, 12:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stalling-and-not-starting-well/106360 "2017-07-30T00:45:33Z")
My 1976 Lincoln Mark IV is having some issues that I’m guessing have to do with fuel delivery. For the past couple of days, it would have a really rough start (sometimes including a couple of backfires) and stall a coupl… --- ## [Very strange noise when braking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/very-strange-noise-when-braking/106374)
**Author:** [@amy.l.g](https://community.cartalk.com/u/amy.l.g)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2017, 12:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/very-strange-noise-when-braking/106374 "2017-07-30T00:08:37Z")
First time user here…looking for some help. Four months ago a strange sqeak and a flap, flap noise (like a valve opening and shutting) coming from the rear of my vehicle when applying the brakes! I just had all four ro… --- ## [2002 Pathfinder-Catalytic Converter sucked into engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-pathfinder-catalytic-converter-sucked-into-engine/105928)
**Author:** [@meisterben](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meisterben)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2017, 11:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-pathfinder-catalytic-converter-sucked-into-engine/105928 "2017-07-29T23:49:54Z")
Our 2002 Pathfinder SE with 194,000 miles malfuntioned: Had it towed to dealer Dealer says ECM bad (Engine control module) Says relays also bad Says brakes are completely worn through Says spark plugs need to be replaced … --- ## [Why couldn't shops figure out these problems?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-couldnt-shops-figure-out-these-problems/105851)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 114\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2017, 10:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-couldnt-shops-figure-out-these-problems/105851 "2017-07-29T22:32:40Z")
In this month's Hot Rod to the Rescue column, the problem car, an older Chevelle, ever since a new 350-something crate engine was installed, it runs poorly. Idles badly, and the engine rpms (and vehicle speed) drift up… --- ## [2007 Rav4 rumbling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-rav4-rumbling/75940)
**Author:** [@stilander](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stilander)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2017, 4:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-rav4-rumbling/75940 "2017-07-29T16:47:45Z")
My Rav4 experiences a low rumbling noise at around 1,500 RPM. The noise dissappears if I let off the gas, or speed up. I have brought the vehicle to 3 different repair shops, including a transmission place, and nobody ha… --- ## [2006 Rav4 "rumbling" noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-rav4-rumbling-noise/71512)
**Author:** [@wilecoyote](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wilecoyote)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2017, 3:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-rav4-rumbling-noise/71512 "2017-07-29T15:28:30Z")
My 2006 RAV4 Sport 4WD, 80K miles, is making a light rumbling or light vibration noise as I drive down the road. It's intermittent, and will generaly stop making the noise when I let off the gas (auto trans). It happen… --- ## [94 Mazda MX-3 Surges](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-mazda-mx-3-surges/106105)
**Author:** [@lawsonlee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lawsonlee)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2017, 11:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-mazda-mx-3-surges/106105 "2017-07-29T11:14:39Z")
1994 Mazda MX-3 1.6L 16V DOHC 50,000 miles Vehicle was parked unused for 9 years under a carport. In 2015, brakes, battery and fuel pump were replaced and vehicle resumed service. Initially, vehicle ran well, but see… --- ## [2008 Subaru WRX A/C Compressor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-wrx-a-c-compressor/106350)
**Author:** [@autocannon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/autocannon)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2017, 11:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-wrx-a-c-compressor/106350 "2017-07-29T11:10:47Z")
2008 Subaru WRX Sport 165,000 miles. A little while ago I started having trouble with my AC. I’d hit the AC button but the compressor wouldn’t engage. This was sporadic at first but eventually I just had no luck getting… --- ## [Automatic transmission, won't shift gears](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-transmission-wont-shift-gears/106162)
**Author:** [@MarkSomething](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarkSomething)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2017, 6:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-transmission-wont-shift-gears/106162 "2017-07-29T06:57:57Z")
I put more oil in my car yesterday (I was low/almost out) and today when I got on the freeway, I car wouldn't shift in the highest gear (Highest? Or lowest? I dunno which is which). It shifted a couple of times but was s… --- ## [What is this electrical cable for/connected to?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-electrical-cable-for-connected-to/106357)
**Author:** [@meiokl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meiokl)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2017, 4:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-electrical-cable-for-connected-to/106357 "2017-07-29T04:31:20Z")
I have a Mitsubishi Endeavor 2005. I knocked over my side plastic cover by my passenger seat. When I tried to put it back on, I accidentally pushed it too hard and exposed one of the wires behind the cover. It doesn’t … --- ## [True Or False](https://community.cartalk.com/t/true-or-false/106334)
**Author:** [@mattwilliamd34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mattwilliamd34)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2017, 3:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/true-or-false/106334 "2017-07-29T03:26:21Z")
I wander if someone could answer this question for me , as slightly confused . Before anyone said’s any think haha its nothing to do with cross threading as I know how that is caused now . However the other day I was at … --- ## [Tuscon Won't Start After Interior Locking?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tuscon-wont-start-after-interior-locking/106332)
**Author:** [@crimmins.mike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crimmins.mike)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2017, 9:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tuscon-wont-start-after-interior-locking/106332 "2017-07-28T21:37:59Z")
Have a 2013 Hyundai Tuscon. Recently it’s not been starting after I lock the doors from the interior switch. Not every time, but 4 times now. If I lock the doors from the keyfob, there’s no issues. After the second time,… --- ## [A/c led light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-led-light/106339)
**Author:** [@ford\_man1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ford_man1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2017, 9:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-led-light/106339 "2017-07-28T21:28:31Z")
My 2006 f150 led light indicator that shows when your A/c is on or off does not work. Could the push button be bad or is the led burnt out. This is not a big deal I’m the kind of person that if it’s on there I want it to… --- ## [Replace plugs or not](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-plugs-or-not/106285)
**Author:** [@ford\_man1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ford_man1)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2017, 12:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-plugs-or-not/106285 "2017-07-28T12:07:12Z")
My 96 Maxima has 58,000 on it and never had the plugs changed. I'm afraid of seizure to them, don't miss or anything so should I change them? --- ## [Engine hissing and smoke near belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-hissing-and-smoke-near-belt/106299)
**Author:** [@tskeaton94](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tskeaton94)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2017, 7:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-hissing-and-smoke-near-belt/106299 "2017-07-28T07:56:34Z")
Hi, I have a mercury sable 2000 it has 256k miles on it but it's still running. I've had moderate maintenance on it late april this year, getting a new EGR valve, spark plugs and new seals replaced, and fixed piping etc.… --- ## [Honda Accord 2002 LX automatic issues?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-2002-lx-automatic-issues/106293)
**Author:** [@Pablotorres144](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pablotorres144)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2017, 3:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-2002-lx-automatic-issues/106293 "2017-07-28T03:13:49Z")
Hi so I have a 2002 Honda Accord lx sedan with 164k miles and there's been some problems with it that I just don't know what to do first most major one is 1. My car started making like this jerking motion and I didn't k… --- ## [Driving very short distance on loose top strut mount nuts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-very-short-distance-on-loose-top-strut-mount-nuts/106073)
**Author:** [@Noelm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noelm)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2017, 12:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-very-short-distance-on-loose-top-strut-mount-nuts/106073 "2017-07-28T00:47:56Z")
Hello folks, I know you guys are going to crucify me, still, I need some wisdom. Against all advice, to save $350, I decided to install ReadyMount suspension assemblies on the car. 3 installs went without any issue and… --- ## [Is coil ok?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-coil-ok/106253)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2017, 9:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-coil-ok/106253 "2017-07-27T21:29:53Z")
AI pulled my heads for bent valves but found cyl 3 to have major carbon buildup. Much more than any other cyl. Got it running yesterday. Vue uses coil pack for each bank. They cost $40 or so. Should I change the coil jus… --- ## [Heard a grinding, looked and found this..help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heard-a-grinding-looked-and-found-this-help/106210)
**Author:** [@sickie09ismine](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sickie09ismine)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2017, 8:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heard-a-grinding-looked-and-found-this-help/106210 "2017-07-27T20:53:02Z")
I was driving the other day and heard a weird grinding that seemed to stop after time. Then yesterday it started back up, it sounded like the passenger wheel was grinding against something. I looked and saw that somethin… --- ## [Brakes booster 101](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-booster-101/106309)
**Author:** [@familyguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/familyguy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2017, 8:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-booster-101/106309 "2017-07-27T20:24:39Z")
jump in truck this morning.starting driving got to stop sign and hit brakes the brake pedal was hard as a rock so i'am guessing brake booster right or brake booster check valve. --- ## [Intermittent screeching](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-screeching/106298)
**Author:** [@tandica1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tandica1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2017, 3:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-screeching/106298 "2017-07-27T15:31:38Z")
Very soon after my mechanic replaced the front controller arm and ball joint the car developed an Intermittent screeching noise. In 20 miles of driving I’ll notice it 1-5 times, unfortunately not at all today with my me… --- ## [Engine noise in hot weather](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-noise-in-hot-weather/35669)
**Author:** [@rbarry219](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rbarry219)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2017, 12:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-noise-in-hot-weather/35669 "2017-07-27T12:09:57Z")
During hot weather periods my '98 Ford Ranger makes an annoying engine noise when idling, which generally goes away upon increased engine RPMs - but as the outside temperature persists, the noise remains. It appears to … --- ## [Driver's seat power switch 2004 pacifica](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drivers-seat-power-switch-2004-pacifica/106289)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Chrisq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dr_Chrisq)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2017, 6:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drivers-seat-power-switch-2004-pacifica/106289 "2017-07-27T06:20:19Z")
I have to replace the seat adjustment control switch. Do i have to remove the whole front door panel, or is there a way to just remove the panel that it is in? If I have to remove the panel, I guess i will have to cont… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=958) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=960)